Sankofa Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LICSW, LADC, ADS
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I believe that a strength based, client centered foundation combined with unconditional positive regard are the keys to change and healing. I have a Doctorate degree in Social Work which I received from Southern Connecticut State University. My MSW has concentrations in both addictions and mental health. I am a licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with almost two decades of experience. I am licensed to practice Social Work in the state of Connecticut (LCSW) and the state of Massachusetts (LICSW). In MA I practice via telehealth on a HIPPA compliant video chat line. I am also a certified Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist.
As an LADC my primary focus is substance use disorders. As an LCSW I treat individuals with a variety of mental health disorders. In addition, I work with trauma survivors, predominantly those with urban post traumatic stress disorder. EMDR and acupuncture are adjunct treatments that address substance use and distress, often related to personal trauma.
I understand and appreciate the meaning and the magnitude of the Akan word Sankofa. I stand on this principle whether it was ones humanity, innocence, dignity or any other precious life affirming thing that was taken. Especially, if the loss has negatively impacted how one came to be who they are today.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, Cash, CheckInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- HUSKY Health
- Magellan
- Medicaid
- Out of Network
Sankofa Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LICSW, LADC, ADS
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (203) 633-0143
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of Connecticut / 9931 Erica Reshard
- In Practice for 11 years
- License: State of Connecticut 1142 / 2015
- License: State of Massachusetts 121663 / 2018
- Degree/Diploma from Southern Connecticut State University DSW / 2023
Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Erica Reshard
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Sankofa Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LICSW, LADC, ADS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (203) 633-0143
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Racialized trauma
- Reintegration after incarceration
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Cancer
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Relapse
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- First Responders
- Infertility
- Mood Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Sankofa Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LICSW, LADC, ADS
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (203) 633-0143
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Hispanic and Latino
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Brainspotting
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Sankofa Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LICSW, LADC, ADS
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (203) 633-0143
Location
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Sankofa Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LICSW, LADC, ADS
Call for a free consultation now - (203) 633-0143